Starr is a unique and distinctive given name of American origin, predominantly used for females. It gained popularity during the mid-20th century, influenced by various cultural references such as the character Stella Starr from the 1937 novel 'Stella Dallas' and the popular song 'Stella by Starlight'. The name Starr also has associations with fame and celebrity due to individuals like Ringo Starr, a member of the iconic Beatles band. Etymologically, Starr is derived from the English word for 'star', suggesting brightness, uniqueness, and celestial beauty.
The name Starr experienced fluctuations in popularity over the century, with notable spikes in certain years like 1945 and 1948 where there were 10 births each. However, it consistently maintained a presence, as evidenced by the total of 324 births recorded between 1914 and 2005.